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1. Where can I receive a seasonal flu vaccine?

Fall 2023 Update: The Health Department will be administering the seasonal flu vaccine to anyone ages 4 and above. We are currently in the process of scheduling and planning the town wide flu clinics. Once the planning for the clinics is finalized we will upload a link to schedule an appointment via the COLOR platform. Please check back for updates. When scheduling an appointment you will be able to fill out your insurance information (you can still receive a flu vaccine if you do not have health insurance) and schedule the time of your vaccine. There will be no walk-in appointments. If you are having trouble registering online please call 617-898-4886 for assistance.

 Public Health Nurse Susan Poirier works on Tuesdays and Wednesdays if you would like to schedule a seasonal flu vaccine to be given in the Health Department please call Susan and leave a voicemail at 617-898-4884.

*NOTE: Please bring current health insurance card to your appointment if applicable. 

2. Does the Milton Health Department Provide COVID-19 Testing Kits?

As of August 28th, 2023 the Milton Health Department does not provide COVID-19 testing kits. Please contact your local pharmacy for testing options. 

3. Will the Health Department be administering the updated COVID-19 vaccine?

At this time the Milton Health Department will not be administering the updated COVID-19 vaccine. Please call your local pharmacy or Primary Care Provider for more information on where to receive the vaccine.  

4. How do I dispose of sharps (needles)?

Sharps in appropriate containers can be brought to the Board of Health during normal business hours for disposal. If you did not originally get the sharps container from the Town of Milton Health Department, there is a small disposal fee ranging from $5(small), $7(medium), and $10(large), based on the size of container. Biohazard containers for sharps may also be purchased here a the Health Department ranging from $5, $7, and $10 and this will include disposal services. 

Payment options:

1. Check made out to the Town of Milton 

2. Cash in exact amount - will need to be sent down to the clerk's office within the same building to receive a slip that must be brought back to us to confirm payment

 Please call the Board of Health at 617-898-4886 with any questions.

5. Do I need a temporary food permit?

A temporary food establishment is defined by the 1999 Food Code as a food establishment that operates for a period of no more than 14 consecutive days in conjunction with a single event or celebration. Temporary food events include food truck festivals, traveling fairs and carnivals, holiday festivals, restaurant food shows, and special interest fund-raisers.

An event is considered public and is subject to Board of Health requirements if it is advertised with fliers, banners, newspaper articles, social media, radio or TV announcements, or by other means.

The Health Agent will work with you to ensure that your temporary food establishment meets all the basic food safety requirements necessary to prevent a foodborne illness outbreak prior to your event.

Please call the Board of Health at 617-898-4886 with any questions.

6. Do I need to connect into the sewer line when I sell my house?

If your property line is within 150 feet of a public sewer, yes, you will be required to connect to the public sewer.

If a public sewer is within 150 to 500 feet of your property line, an application may be made in writing to the Board to declare the Public Sewer "Not Available".

Please call the Board of Health at 617-898-4886 with questions and read the full Sewer Connection regulation.

7. Where do I find information about rodent control?

Please read our Dealing with Rodents Fact Sheet (PDF).

It is the homeowner's responsibility to maintain your property free of rodent infestation and to exterminate them. If it appears that rodents have gained access to your property, we recommend obtaining the services of a licensed extermination company (you can find reputable companies in the yellow pages or by searching online).

Complaints regarding rodents that are not on your property should be made to the Health Department at 617-898-4886.

8. How much are burial permits?

Burial permits are $10 and can be paid through various ways.

1. Through our online permit system; permiteyes 

2. Check mailed/brought in person to the town of milton health department

9. How do I find a Mental Health Provider?

Please reach out to the Community Health Social Worker for referrals.  617-898-4887, agrossman@townofmilton.org